Biography
The twins landed the role of Grace from the friendship of their grandparents (Gordon and Lou Swenson) with "Little House" casting director, Susan McCray and Producer, Kent McCray.
Wendi and Brenda played baby Grace from 1978-1982 (seasons 5-8; the newborn Grace at the very end of season 4, was "played" by some unknown baby/babies). At first, they were uncredited. They got their credits for the first time in the Thanksgiving special "The Little House Years" in 1979. In the regular show, they were credited since 1981 (season 8).
Although the show was cancelled over 20 years ago, Wendi and Brenda still speak about Little House and Baby Grace through speaking engagements, called "Memories Of Grace." They attend Little House reunions with their former co-stars by chatting with fans, and signing autographs, even getting photos taken with fans.
Brenda and Wendi Turnbaugh both went to Paso Robles High School. Wendi then went on to study psychology at Biola University, but today she is working as a web designer. Brenda has a teaching credential to work as a history teacher for High School, as well as the masters degree which allows her teach at the community college level.
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